Peter Karon
Pawtucket,RI
Summary
Relentless Supplier Quality Engineer with 8 years working alongside supply chain participants to maintain superior production resources. Maintains strict adherence to extremely high supplier standards without alienating business partners. Adept at helping manufacturing allies enhance contributions through judicious application of remedial advice and financial encouragement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer
NeedleTech Products, Inc.
10.2022 - Current
- Improved supplier performance by conducting comprehensive audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Enhanced product quality with thorough review of supplier processes and documentation.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, fostering a collaborative atmosphere to address quality issues.
- Created and implemented supplier quality metrics, leading to measurable improvements in product reliability.
- Streamlined the supplier qualification process by developing efficient evaluation tools and criteria.
- Managed product change notifications from suppliers, minimizing disruptions to production schedules.
- Implemented robust monitoring systems for tracking supplier performance trends, enabling proactive intervention when necessary.
- Conducted regular reviews of approved vendor lists, ensuring continued adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Identified areas of risk within the supply chain by performing thorough risk assessments on critical components or materials.
- Conducted supplier audits to detect pre-production weaknesses in supply chain and human resource assets.
Supplier Quality Engineer
NeedleTech Products, Inc.
07.2016 - 10.2022
Product Assurance Auditor
NeedleTech Products, Inc.
06.2014 - 07.2016
- Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring that only high-quality products were available for purchase.
- Played an integral role in upholding the company''s reputation for offering high-quality products by consistently applying rigorous inspection standards.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Assisted in reducing production delays by promptly reporting any issues found during the inspection process.
- Maintained accurate records of inspected products, ensuring traceability and accountability for quality control purposes.
- Performed thorough inspections on machine parts and various mechanical assemblies for precise measuring.
- Selected products for inspecting and testing through different stages of production processes.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
Finishing Machine Operator
NeedleTech Products, Inc.
02.2008 - 06.2014
- Improved product quality by monitoring machine settings and adjusting as needed.
- Maintained efficient production flow by ensuring proper machine calibration and timely material loading.
- Reduced waste materials by closely monitoring machine operations and performing regular maintenance checks.
- Ensured a safe working environment with strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Ultrasonic Cleaning System / Passivation / Tumbling / Pre-treatment / Deoxidizing.
- Electropolishing.
- Electroetching.
- Laser Cutting & Laser Welding.
- Plasma Arc Welding & Buffing.
Education
MUP Master of Urban Planning
Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, N.Y.12.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Rhode Island College
Providence, R.I.06.1999
Skills
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Supplier Auditing
- Quality Management Systems
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives
- Critical Thinking
- Lean Manufacturing Processes
- Root Cause Analysis
- Report Development
- Analytical Skills
Certification
- ASQ Certified Medical Device Auditor (CMDA) - 2016.
- ASQ Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP) - 2018.
- ASQ Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) - 2020.
Timeline
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer
NeedleTech Products, Inc.
10.2022 - Current
Supplier Quality Engineer
NeedleTech Products, Inc.
07.2016 - 10.2022
Product Assurance Auditor
NeedleTech Products, Inc.
06.2014 - 07.2016
Finishing Machine Operator
NeedleTech Products, Inc.
02.2008 - 06.2014
MUP Master of Urban Planning
Hunter College of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Rhode Island College
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